Procter & Gamble, known for brands like Tide PODS, Downy, and Bounce, is moving forward with plans for a $500 million plant in Pinal County, Arizona. The company, which announced its plans two years ago, has recently received approval for a key site plan from Coolidge. This clears the way for infrastructure work on an 80-acre section of the 2 million-square-foot project.
Despite this progression, the start date of construction remains elusive. Having acquired 430 acres for a substantial $53 million, it’s clear that Procter & Gamble has invested in the area’s development potential, strategically located in Inland Port Arizona near Nikola Corp.’s electric vehicle factory. Yet, the operational status of the plant by 2025 appears unlikely, suggesting delays in the anticipated job influx and economic benefits.
ABC15 Newsreports the approved initial building plans consist of various dedicated spaces, with 162,798 square feet for manufacturing, 172,924 square feet for warehouse use, and 12,607 square feet as office space. This highlights Procter & Gamble’s commitment to a large-scale operational presence in the area, which is rapidly becoming a manufacturing haven between Phoenix and Tucson metros.
David Nieves, a senior director of manufacturing for Procter & Gamble, emphasized the company’s deliberation in choosing this location, remarking in a planning commission meeting, “It’s a very big testament of where we want to be. It took a lot of selection to get here, over 600 sites were surveyed across seven states.” The statement, acquired by thePhoenix Business Journal, reflects P&G s thorough vetting process and their high expectations for the site’s strategic value.
Procter & Gamble is focused on setting up essential services like water, power, and rail for its new plant. This includes getting approval and permits for a proposed rail spur from Union Pacific. Infrastructure work is a priority before construction begins, as these services are key to the plant’s operations. Additionally, a traffic study and other requirements are part of the approved site plan.
P&G’s advancements in site preparation, as well as the local government’s support in facilitating this major development, signal a robust growth trajectory for Pinal County’s manufacturing sector. Kohler Co. is among the notable names that have also anchored their presence in an area increasingly recognized for its industrial potential. With the promise of new jobs and the bolstering of a West Coast-serving manufacturing nexus, Procter & Gamble’s anticipated but undecided construction date is a keenly awaited announcement in the business community.
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